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Ford Puma
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$41.86
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
Drop-off information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
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Mazda Demio
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$28.74
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)156 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
Once you have arrived, please contact Bargain Rental Cars at 0064 0 800 001 110 or 0064 2 102 634 240. A representative will assist you with your pickup.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
156 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
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Nissan Teana
or similar Standard
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$31.29
per day
Free cancellation
8.3
Good
Free shuttle service
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
156 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
Once you have arrived, please contact Bargain Rental Cars at 0064 0 800 001 110 or 0064 2 102 634 240. A representative will assist you with your pickup.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
156 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Premium SUV
Automatic
7
A/C
5
$51.68
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
Drop-off information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$34.67
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
Drop-off information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$39.25
per day
Free cancellation
Rental office
Pick-up information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
Drop-off information
Tauranga Downtown
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$102.98
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$105.63
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Suzuki Swift
or similar Economy
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$108.40
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$115.86
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$118.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$120.22
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Stonic
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$122.19
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$128.73
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Toyota Corolla Cross
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$132.24
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$133.58
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Toyota Corolla
or similar Compact
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$133.81
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Kia Seltos
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$135.98
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$139.03
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$142.88
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Kia Niro
or similar Compact SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$147.01
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$163.06
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$167.71
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$169.20
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$172.75
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$175.93
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$181.02
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$183.66
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Sportage
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
5
$186.53
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Ford Ranger
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$189.89
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Toyota Hilux
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$191.47
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Toyota RAV4
or similar Intermediate SUV
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$194.81
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Toyota Hilux
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$195.58
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Ford Ranger
or similar Premium Extended Cab Pickup
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$214.24
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
$231.72
per day
Free cancellation
8.8
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
5
$238.66
per day
Free cancellation
8.7
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
The rental desk is located inside the terminal. Please follow the signs to car rental area.
Drop-off information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
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Kia Carnival
or similar Full-size Van
Automatic
8
A/C
4
$246.28
per day
Free cancellation
8.6
Very Good
In terminal
Pick-up information
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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Tauranga Airport (TRG)
Jean Batten Dr
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 15:45 on 25/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 cities near Tauranga
- Top 20 locations near Tauranga
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Tauranga and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 25, 2026)
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Tauranga
- Car rental statistics
- Top 7 suppliers in Tauranga in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English, Samoan
Currency
NZD
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+64
Average car rental price
$55 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
30–50 km/h
or
19–31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80–100 km/h
or
50–62 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.60 per liter or $6.06 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.42 per liter or $5.38 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.62 per liter or $6.13 per gallon
Rating
10 / 10
Top 20 cities near Tauranga
- Rotoruafrom $47.24 per day52.6 km / 32.68 miles away
- Whakatanefrom $43.44 per day76.8 km / 47.72 miles away
- Taupofrom $39.13 per day114.2 km / 70.96 miles away
- Waiheke Islandfrom $48.46 per day142.6 km / 88.61 miles away
- Aucklandfrom $8.57 per day155.5 km / 96.62 miles away
- Gisbornefrom $40.02 per day194.5 km / 120.86 miles away
- Napierfrom $77.42 per day208.6 km / 129.62 miles away
- New Plymouthfrom $30.84 per day241.2 km / 149.87 miles away
- Whanganuifrom $45.14 per day271.2 km / 168.52 miles away
- Whangareifrom $73.65 per day272.9 km / 169.57 miles away
- Palmerston Northfrom $39.37 per day302.8 km / 188.15 miles away
- Kerikerifrom $44.97 per day336.3 km / 208.97 miles away
- Wellingtonfrom $9.44 per day421.9 km / 262.16 miles away
- Pictonfrom $92.10 per day444.3 km / 276.08 miles away
- Blenheimfrom $33.46 per day469 km / 291.42 miles away
- Nelsonfrom $29.02 per day477.9 km / 296.95 miles away
- Christchurchfrom $9.26 per day718.2 km / 446.27 miles away
- Timaru855.5 km / 531.58 miles away
- Queenstownfrom $8.84 per day1,027.3 km / 638.33 miles away
- Dunedinfrom $23.65 per day1,027.9 km / 638.71 miles away
Top 20 locations near Tauranga
- Tauranga Airportfrom $28.74 per day0.6 km / 0.37 miles away
- Rotorua Airportfrom $47.24 per day50.5 km / 31.38 miles away
- Auckland East Tamakifrom $113.75 per day140.6 km / 87.36 miles away
- Auckland Airportfrom $8.57 per day144.7 km / 89.91 miles away
- Waiheke Island Portfrom $48.46 per day145.1 km / 90.16 miles away
- Auckland Mount Wellingtonfrom $114.81 per day146.9 km / 91.28 miles away
- Auckland Penrosefrom $61.82 per day147.4 km / 91.59 miles away
- Auckland Onehungafrom $111.15 per day149.7 km / 93.02 miles away
- Auckland (Downtown)from $17.08 per day155.5 km / 96.62 miles away
- Auckland Glenfieldfrom $113.41 per day163.5 km / 101.59 miles away
- Auckland Hendersonfrom $113.41 per day164.5 km / 102.22 miles away
- Napier Airportfrom $77.42 per day208.6 km / 129.62 miles away
- New Plymouth Airportfrom $30.84 per day231 km / 143.54 miles away
- Whangarei Airportfrom $73.65 per day266.9 km / 165.84 miles away
- Palmerston North Airportfrom $39.37 per day299.6 km / 186.16 miles away
- Wellington Inter Island Ferry Terminalfrom $24.98 per day418.1 km / 259.8 miles away
- Wellington (Downtown)from $16.19 per day421.9 km / 262.16 miles away
- Wellington Airportfrom $9.44 per day424.3 km / 263.65 miles away
- Nelson Airportfrom $29.02 per day477.9 km / 296.95 miles away
- Christchurch Airportfrom $9.26 per day717.2 km / 445.65 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Tauranga Airport (TRG)
7 rental locations
B
Tauranga (Downtown)
2 rental locations
When to book in Tauranga and for how long?
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Tauranga?
Car rental prices in Tauranga vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthAugust | Most expensive month March | ||
| Average price $33 | A good deal $74 | Cheapest supplier Bargain Rental Cars | Cheapest car type Medium cars |
Average rental costs per day in Tauranga
$97
$49
$0
$78
in January
Jan
$77
in February
Feb
$88
in March
Mar
$71
in April
Apr
$31
in May
May
$41
in June
Jun
$34
in July
Jul
$26
in August
Aug
$32
in September
Sep
$26
in October
Oct
$48
in November
Nov
$58
in December
Dec
The cheapest month to rent a car in Tauranga is August (when prices average $25.62 per day). This is 23% cheaper than the yearly average and 71% cheaper than renting in March (when prices average $88.28).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Tauranga?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Tauranga is January, and the least popular is August.
Monthly searches in Tauranga by pick-up date relative to the average
2
1
0
1.8 times in January
Jan
1.7 times in February
Feb
1.8 times in March
Mar
0.3 times in April
Apr
0.9 times in May
May
Same as average in June
Jun
0.2 times in July
Jul
0.1 times in August
Aug
0.5 times in September
Sep
Same as average in October
Oct
0.9 times in November
Nov
1.8 times in December
Dec
What’s the usual rental length in Tauranga?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 11 days, and in July, they keep their car for 2 days.
Average number of rental days in Tauranga
12
6
0
11 days in January
Jan
6 days in February
Feb
8 days in March
Mar
5 days in April
Apr
6 days in May
May
9 days in June
Jun
2 days in July
Jul
2 days in August
Aug
8 days in September
Sep
3 days in October
Oct
9 days in November
Nov
4 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 📍 Car rental locations | 3 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 1 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Rite Price Rentals, Bargain Rental Cars, Ezi Car Rental, Thrifty, Hertz |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Medium cars, SUVs, large cars, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $29 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Bargain Rental Cars |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rite Price Rentals | Nissan Note | 5 | Medium car |
| Bargain Rental Cars | Mazda Demio | 4 | Medium car |
| Ezi Car Rental | Toyota RAV4 | 5 | SUV |
| Rite Price Rentals | Mitsubishi ASX | 5 | SUV |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi Eclipse | 5 | SUV |
| Ezi Car Rental | Mitsubishi Outlander | 5 | SUV |
| Thrifty | Kia Stonic | 4 | Medium car |
| Rite Price Rentals | Toyota Hiace | 4 | Van |
| Hertz | Suzuki Swift | 4 | Small car |
| Rite Price Rentals | Toyota Estima 2000-2005 | 4 | Van |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 25, 2026)
If your driver's license is in English, you won't need and International Driving Permit (IDP). If your driver's license is in any other language, you will need one..
All cars in New Zealand have a Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and third-party liability insurance included. As you'll still be liable for the excess, we highly recommend purchasing our Full Coverage for complete peace of mind.
You have to be at least 18 years old to rent a car in New Zealand. You'll likely be charged a Young Driver Fee if you're under 25, though.
You need to be at least 18 years old to rent a car in Tauranga
Prices are lowest during August, starting at $26 for an Economy car and highest in March, when economy cars start at $88. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in Tauranga is January, while the least popular month is August.
Tauranga hosts: Rite Price Rentals, Ezi Car Rental, Thrifty, Dollar, Hertz, Firefly, Bargain Rental Cars. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Yes. One-way drop-offs to the following cities are available: Auckland, Wellington, Hamilton. Fees vary between suppliers, so compare by making sure you search using your desired city for the return location. Prices start from $35 for one-way rentals in Tauranga
Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Tauranga
10
Average rating
Based on 1 review
Best month to visit
November
Happiest customers drive
Toyota RAV4
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Jan 28, 2024
Sally S.
Toyota Corolla
We drove to Rotorua from Tauranga, lots of fun at the gondola and luge, visited hot springs, drove through kiwi fruit farming region and a beautiful gorge.
Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Rite Price Rentals (rated 9.1 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
Bargain Rental Cars (rated 8.3 / 10)
Total number of reviews
1
Total rental companies
7
Average daily price
$55
Lowest daily price
$29
Total cars available
102
Top 7 suppliers in Tauranga in 2026
Rite Price Rentals
1 location
9.1
Excellent
5 ratings
Value for money
8.9
Ease of finding
9.3
Agent helpfulness
9.1
Pick-up speed
9.3
Drop-off speed
9.3
Car cleanliness
9.0
Car condition
8.7
Most popular location
21 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui
Ezi Car Rental
2 locations
9.0
Excellent
18 ratings
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.4
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.4
Drop-off speed
8.9
Car cleanliness
9.4
Car condition
9.5
$31–$58
per day
Most popular location
121 Hewletts Road, Mt Maunganui, Tauranga 3116
Thrifty
3 locations
8.8
Very Good
4 ratings
Value for money
8.8
Ease of finding
8.4
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
8.4
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
$76–$200
per day
Most popular location
Jean Batten Dr
Dollar
1 location
8.7
Very Good
Value for money
9.0
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.2
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.2
$78–$156
per day
Most popular location
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
Hertz
2 locations
8.6
Very Good
4 ratings
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.3
Agent helpfulness
8.8
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
8.3
Car cleanliness
9.1
Car condition
9.1
$80–$189
per day
Most popular location
Tauranga Airport, 73 Jean Batten Drive, Mount Maunganui 3116
Firefly
2 locations
8.3
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.4
Car condition
8.5
Most popular location
64 Jean Batten Drive
Bargain Rental Cars
1 location
8.3
Good
2 ratings
Value for money
8.5
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
9.0
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.6
Car condition
7.3
$29–$31
per day
Most popular location
156 Newton Street, Mount Maunganui 3116, New Zealand
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FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2025
Uzakrota Travel Awards - World’s Leading Car Rental Website 2022
Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
FT 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies - Top 300 Companies 2021
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